A17.1 – Meningeal tuberculoma

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Tuberculosis

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code A17.1
Code
A17.1 (claims format: A171)
Description
Meningeal tuberculoma
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
1. Certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
Block
A15-A19 Tuberculosis
Parent codes
A17

Notes for A17.1

Applicable to:
  • Tuberculoma of meninges (cerebral) (spinal)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • tuberculoma of brain and spinal cord (A17.81)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block A15-A19

Includes:
  • infections due to Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Mycobacterium bovis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • congenital tuberculosis (P37.0)
  • nonspecific reaction to test for tuberculosis without active tuberculosis (R76.1-)
  • pneumoconiosis associated with tuberculosis, any type in A15 (J65)
  • positive PPD (R76.11)
  • positive tuberculin skin test without active tuberculosis (R76.11)
  • sequelae of tuberculosis (B90.-)
  • silicotuberculosis (J65)
Use additional code:
  • code, if applicable, for associated cachexia (E88.A)

Index terms for A17.1

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in A17

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code A17.1?

A17.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for meningeal tuberculoma, in the block A15-A19 (Tuberculosis).

Is A17.1 a billable code?

Yes. A17.1 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does A17.1 belong to?

It belongs to category A17 – Tuberculosis of nervous system.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.